I rate this statement as a sub-part at only 3/10; the impact of a guide on destination choice is often higher than fiction.
Fiction provides an emotional boost (a 5/10), but a guide offers tangible data for planning (an 8/10).
In Quebec, people do not rely solely on movies; they examine real conditions and budget (cost/benefit ratio).
A guide like the Routard for Patagonia can initiate a trip with concrete information and verified experiences, a trigger rated 7/10.
Fiction inspires, but the guide validates the investment of time and money.